26/1 Castle Terrace, Edinburgh, EH1

A unique opportunity to purchase this rarely available two-bedroom ground and first floor duplex flat located in the historic Old Town area of Edinburgh.


Accessed via a well-maintained communal entrance hallway, the accommodation comprises: entrance hall; spacious sitting/dining room with large feature windows, fireplace, working shutters and large storage cupboard off; dining kitchen with ample wall and base units, coordinating splashback, integrated appliances and space for a dining table and chairs; upper hallway with storage cupboard; principal bedroom with feature fireplace, built-in wardrobe and ensuite shower room; one further double bedroom also with feature fireplace and built-in wardrobe and; a family bathroom with three-piece white suite and shower over the bath which completes the accommodation.

The property has the benefit of gas central heating, a private under street cellar, communal rear garden (accessed through no. 27) and on street permit parking (zone 4) which add to the appeal of the property.

Castle Terrace is located on the edge of Edinburgh’s historic Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Situated close to Edinburgh Castle, the Royal Mile, the Palace of Holyrood house, as well as the Scottish Parliament. The old buildings of the 16th and 17th centuries sit side by side with their Victorian and 20th century counterparts. Shop, museums, bars, and eateries are situated in the immediate vicinity and there’s a weekly farmers market held just around the corner from the flat. The property is located near the theatre district with The Usher Hall, The Lyceum and Traverse Theatre on the doorstep. The historic attractions of The Old Town provide many local interests and St James Quarter, Princes Street and Multrees Walk at St Andrews Square are renowned for shopping. Waverley and Haymarket rail stations, St Andrew Square bus station and the tram terminus are all conveniently situated and the city bypass and onward travel to the Edinburgh International Airport and beyond.

All window furnishings, floor coverings, light fixtures and appliances (both integrated and free standing) are included in the sale. No warranties or guarantees will be provided.

Under the HMRC Anti Money Laundering legislation, all offers to purchase a property on a cash basis or subject to mortgage require evidence of source of funds and required to produce proof of identity and proof of address. This is acceptable either as original or certified documents.

EPC: D
Council Tax: E - £2569.91 inclusive of water and sewage* (*based on 2024/2025 tax year) – The City of Edinburgh Council
Tenure: Freehold
Electricity Supply: Mains connection – A circuit breaker distribution board is fitted and located within the hallway.
Water Supply: Scottish Water
Sewerage: Scottish Water
Heating: Gas – Gas fired wall mounted boiler is located within the kitchen serving radiators throughout.
Broadband: 1000 MBPS (Potential download speed)
Mobile Signal/Coverage: Full 4G and potential 5G outdoor coverage
Parking: On street permit and pay-and-display parking is available on Castle Terrace and surrounding streets under zone 4 (Permits obtained upon application to The City of Edinburgh Council and payment of fees)
All statements contained herein are believed to be correct but are not guaranteed and interested parties must satisfy themselves as to their accuracy.